Monday, August 31, 2009
I just love the fact that this creek is only a couple blocks from our house, such a beautiful place to relax and enjoy nature in the city. (My World)
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Here is an image of some long shadows on the Pine Island boardwalk. This area has one of the best vantage points of Wascana Lake in the entire park.
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Sunday, August 30, 2009
We find summer walks a great way to stay in shape. With the many beautiful views in Wascana Park, it gives one alot more motivation to exercise.
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Saturday, August 29, 2009
Some kayakers taking a detour around Pine Island. This is one of the most scenic areas of Wascana Park, and one of our favourites. (Scenic Sunday)
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Friday, August 28, 2009
I'll say it again, there is nothing like an evening stroll around Wascana Lake. This was taken earlier this evening, got lots of great shots tonight.
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Thursday, August 27, 2009
Looking way up from the bottom of the massive McCallum Hill office towers in downtown Regina. These unique buildings are Regina landmarks.
(Skywatch Friday)
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
For the first time this summer we are enjoying a heat wave. Temperatures at or near 30 degrees Celsius for most of the week. (Think Green Thursday)
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There are many great places to go for a walk in our city. Pictured here is an area we love to take our dogs near the TC Douglas Building.
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Here is another beautiful Regina sunrise over Wascana Lake.We really are blessed to have a park like this in the middle of our city (Watery Wednesday)
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Monday, August 24, 2009
This has been the coldest summer in Saskatchewan in over 100 years. As frustrating as that is, the skies have been outstanding. (My World)
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Sunday, August 23, 2009
Here is an example of some of the beautiful colours that one can find within Wascana Park. We gotta take advantage of the nice weather while it lasts.
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Friday, August 21, 2009
Here is a photo of a sculpture of some flying geese on Hamilton Street in downtown Regina. Lots of great things to see in our downtown core.
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Thursday, August 20, 2009
I got absolutely drenched taking this photo of an oncoming thunderstorm passing over the city last week, but it was well worth it. (Skywatch Friday)
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There are many great locations along the Wascana Lake shoreline where you can relax and enjoy a Regina sunset. This was taken along the eastern shore.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2009
A great place to get away from the busyness of the downtown core is Victoria Park, located in the heart of downtown Regina. (Think Green Thursday)
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Many Canadian Geese call Wascana Park home. Here are a pair enjoying the last few minutes of sunlight before another day comes to an end.
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009
There is nothing more peaceful and serene than a calm evening on Wascana Lake. This photo was taken near the Wascana Rowing Club. (Watery Wednesday)
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Monday, August 17, 2009
This is the time of year my wife and I enjoy our walks the most. Great weather, beautiful scenery, and a sky that goes on forever. (My World)
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This is a photo of downtown showing many prominent buildings that make up our downtown core. In the background is the beautiful Hotel Saskatchewan.
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Sunday, August 16, 2009
Here is a photo of some beautiful greenery along Wascana Creek in northwest Regina. I gotta enjoy this now because before long we'll be under snow.
Scenic Sunday
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Saturday, August 15, 2009
I've always liked this little brick building with the purple door on Dewdney Avenue in the Warehouse District. I just love old heritage buildings.
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Friday, August 14, 2009
All Regina tourists must visit the beautiful Legislative Gardens in Wascana Park. And while your at it you might as while take a walk around the lake
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Thursday, August 13, 2009
This weekend is the annual Dragon Boat Festival in Wascana Park. Here a team is practicing during a beautiful Regina sunset. (Skywatch Friday)
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Here is a sunset shot from a few evenings ago of a canoe on Wascana Lake. Colorful skies like this one is why I rarely leave my camera at home.
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Wednesday, August 12, 2009
A great way to spend an evening in Regina is to rent a canoe with your wife and spend a relaxing evening on Wascana Lake.
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Here is a photo of a little white house located along Wascana Creek in Optimist Park. The pathway that runs alongside the creek makes for a great walk
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Another beautiful day in Regina comes to an end. This twilight photo was taken at the docks of the Wascana Rowing Club. (Watery Wednesday)
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An early morning photo of another giant fountain located on Wascana Lake. This is what I get to enjoy on my way to work in the mornings.
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Monday, August 10, 2009
The Trafalgar Overlook is one of our favourite areas in Wascana Park. This giant fountain adds to the already gorgeous scenery. (My World)
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This is a photo taken from the pedestrian bridge to Pine Island in Wascana Park. Off in the distance is the dome of the Saskatchewan Legislature.
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Sunday, August 9, 2009
Here is a photo taken last week at Regina's annual summer fair, Buffalo Days. The exhibition is a great annual tradition in our city.
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Saturday, August 8, 2009
A great thing about the Devonian pedestrian pathway in northwest Regina is the beautiful natural scenery for all to enjoy. (Scenic Sunday).
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Friday, August 7, 2009
How is this for a great place to relax under a tree and read a good book? Wascana Park has many beautiful locations that provide peace and quiet.
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One of the most romantic things to do in Regina is to take a late evening walk around Wascana Lake. The beauty of the surroundings is second to none.
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Thursday, August 6, 2009
Fire in the sky!!! This photo was taken earlier this summer from the docks north of the Legislative Gardens in Wascana Park. (Skywatch Friday)
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Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Here is a photo of a portion of Regina's downtown skyline. For a city of only two hundred thousand people, we have a very dense downtown core.
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Streetscape photo of a busy street in downtown Regina. One thing I love about our downtown is the perfect mixture of modern buildings with old.
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Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Here is a photo of another summer sunset over a peaceful and calm Wascana Lake. I think its time to go rent a canoe. (Watery Wednesday)
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Another great thing about Wascana Park is the many locations that one can spend time and enjoy the view of nature within an urban setting.
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Monday, August 3, 2009
A pair of rowings spending a beautiful summer morning out on Wascana Lake. Moments like this are what makes summer so great. (My World).
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Sunday, August 2, 2009
Some beautiful colours filled the sky last evening during another fantastic Regina sunset. I'll never get tired of scenes like this one.
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Saturday, August 1, 2009
Here is an evening photo of the 'Willow on Wascana' Restaurant (excellent place to eat) as well as the docks of the Regina Rowing Club.
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